World War One Remembrance Service

100 years ago, this day, the guns fell silent... This is a once in a life time opportunity to commemorate the fallen Pals from Baxenden who joined the Accrington Pals but never made it back. A bloody world war that ended on November 11th 1918. There will be a service of commemoration, with silence of reflection being held at the cenotaph. When: November 11th at 3pm at St John’s Church. Followed by a family street style party of the 20’s   The Baxenden fallen need you to remember them   Names of the Pals from WW1 William Anderson John Anderton...
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Lantern Walk

Meet at the Alma and walk along the old railway lines, finishing at St John's church for warm mince pies, drinks and a couple of carols to start your Christmas

Christmas Extravaganza

A local choir will be providing a festival of Christmas songs to bring in the warmth of Christmas spirit. A fun time for everyone, with a couple of performances from our school choir, it will be a great afternoon!

Memorial Service

Christmas holds that special gathering when many families and friends come together in love and fellowship. It is often this time we are reminded of our loved ones who are no-longer with us and dearly missed. In this sadness there is an opportunity to come and light a candle, reflect, and be in the company of others struggling at this time. To be reminded that through God's unfailing love for us, and His deep compassion, there is always hope and comfort

Traditional Christmas Carol and Nativity Service

This year the church and school are coming together to include both of those wonderful traditions of carols and the Nativity into one place under the wandering star - an opportunity for the whole community to come together in joyful wonder and song

Christingle Service

Celebrating 40 years of raising awareness and donations to the Children's Society. Lots of fun making your own Christingle Candle

Crib Service

This is a special service for the younger children in our community; who are invited to dress up and participate in a wonderful tale that helps tell the story of Christmas

Auction Night

Unwanted Christmas Presents or As New Items 7:00pm Viewing 7:15pm Auction